The Impact of Various Factors on Long-Term Storage of Biodiesel and Its Prevention: A Review

Wenbo Ai, Haeng Muk Cho () and Md. Iqbal Mahmud
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Wenbo Ai: Department of Mechanical Engineering, Kongju National University, Cheonan 31080, Republic of Korea
Haeng Muk Cho: Department of Mechanical Engineering, Kongju National University, Cheonan 31080, Republic of Korea
Md. Iqbal Mahmud: Department of Mechanical Engineering, Mawlana Bhashani Science and Technology University, Tangail 1902, Bangladesh

Energies, 2024, vol. 17, issue 14, 1-16

Abstract: With the continuous growth of global energy demand and increasingly prominent environmental issues, the research and utilization of renewable energy as a substitute for traditional fossil fuels have gained significant importance. Biofuels, recognized as a key renewable energy source, are widely considered a viable alternative to fossil fuels. The primary component of biodiesel is fatty acid methyl esters (FAMEs), which are prone to oxidative degradation due to their unsaturated nature during storage and transportation. Various studies have identified several factors influencing the stability of biodiesel, including oxygen, temperature, light, water content, microbial growth, and the corrosion of metal storage tanks. This article provides a comprehensive summary of the effects of different environmental factors on the storage stability of biodiesel and explores the interrelationships between these factors. To enhance the storage stability of biodiesel, several strategies have been proposed, such as optimizing production processes, adding antioxidants, controlling storage environments, and conducting regular inspections. This review aims to provide a theoretical basis for the long-term storage of biodiesel and promote its widespread application in practical scenarios.

Keywords: biodiesel; storage stability; oxidation; water content; microorganisms; metal corrosion (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: Q Q0 Q4 Q40 Q41 Q42 Q43 Q47 Q48 Q49 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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